Nigeria: How Illegal Fishing Harms Nigeria and What to Do About It

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Nigeria: How Illegal Fishing Harms Nigeria and What to Do About It

[The Conversation Africa] Like most countries in West Africa, Nigeria's coastal waters contain diverse species of fish, which contribute to the food and economic security of its people.

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